Ch 12 -Speed, Agility & Quickness Training concepts

Question 1

When training for speed, agility, and quickness, the foot and ankle complex should be in which of the following positions when it hits the ground?

Answer 1

Pointing straight ahead and dorsiflexed

Question 2

What types of SAQ drills are most appropriate for Phase 1 training?

Answer 2

Those with limited horizontal inertia

Question 3

When training a client for speed, agility, and quickness, which of the following exercises would be most appropriate?

Answer 3

One-one

Question 4

Which of the following statements is correct about the position of the foot and ankle complex during speed, agility, and quickness exercises?

Answer 4

The foot and ankle should be pointing straight ahead in a dorsiflexed position when it hits the ground.

Question 5

What is one component of triple extension of the back leg while sprinting?

Answer 5

Hip extension

Question 6

A personal trainer is working with a 65-year-old client who is sedentary. Which of the following SAQ drills would be appropriate for this client?

Answer 6

Stand up to figure 8

Question 7

During sprinting, backside mechanics includes which of the following motions?

Answer 7

Ankle plantarflexion, knee extension, and hip extension

Question 8

What should senior SAQ training focus on?

Answer 8

Activities the individual will need for daily life

Question 9

What should be the primary focus when developing SAQ drills for weight loss?

Answer 9

Keeping the heart rate appropriately elevated